Zoning Variance Hearing

Remote Public Comment (see Instructions under Related Resources)

Notice is hereby given to the general public that applications involving the properties and/or issues described below have been filed with the Planning Department for review as set forth in the City Planning Code. The Zoning Administrator will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on these items and on other matters on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, beginning at 9:30 a.m. in City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 408.

2023-006880VAR (KIMBERLY DURANDET) 255 CHATTANOOGA STREET, Lot 021 in Assessor's Block 3649, in an RH-2 Zoning District, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to rebuild an existing garage and roof deck in-kind with a roof deck on the garage and a connection provided to the existing rear balcony of the primary building, plus a new stair from the roof deck to grade in the rear yard. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires that the property maintain a rear yard that is 30% of the lot depth. The proposed reconstruction of the garage, connector, and stair is located entirely in the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-008124VAR (KIMBERLY DURANDET) 118 CHATTANOOGA STREET, Lot 009 in Assessor's Block 3629, in an RH-2 Zoning District, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to legalize the reconstruction of a rear building as an accessory home office. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires that the property maintain a rear yard that is 30% of the lot depth. The rear building is located entirely in the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2023-011399VAR (EDGAR OROPEZA) 1512 YORK STREET, Lot 046 in Assessor's Block 5514, in an RH-2 Zoning District, Bernal Heights SUD, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to demolish an unauthorized deck expansion at the rear building and to construct a new deck expansion that will connect the two existing lower-level decks. PLANNING CODE SECTION 242 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of approximately 45 feet measured from the rear property line. The proposed deck expansion will fall entirely within the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2019-003518VAR (DAKOTA SPYCHER) 704 NORTH POINT STREET, Lot 002 in Assessor's Block 0024, in a C-2 Zoning District, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD (LOT COVERAGE): The proposal is to demolish a portion of an existing one-story commercial building and construct a new four-story mixed-use addition fronting Columbus Avenue. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires no more than 80% of lot coverage at all levels containing residential uses. The proposal would result in the first and second floors covering approximately 84% of the lot. Therefore, a variance is required.

2018-001402VAR (DAKOTA SPYCHER) 1451 GREEN STREET, Lot 028 in Assessor's Block 0550, in an RH-3 Zoning District, and a 65-A Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The project proposes to legalize a three-story deck and stairs at the rear. The project includes a new room below the deck. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires that the subject property maintain a 30% rear yard of the lot depth, approximately 23 feet. The proposal extends nearly 20 feet into the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2024-000042VAR (KALYANI AGNIHOTRI) 217-219 HOLLY PARK CIRCLE, Lot 008 in Assessor's Block 5715, in an RH-2 Zoning District, Bernal Heights SUD, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to replace the existing, noncomplying exterior, rear stair with a new rear stair and deck structure. PLANNING CODE SECTION 242 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of approximately 45 feet measured from the rear property line. The proposed stair and deck structure will fall entirely within the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2024-001765VAR (NICHOLAS FOSTER) 1400 MISSION STREET, Lots 820-822 in Assessor's Block 3507 and Lots 001-190 in Assessor's Block 3507A, in a C-3-G Zoning District, and a 150-S and 200-S Height and Bulk District: PUBLIC ART REMOVAL: The proposal is to remove an existing mural at the subject property fronting 10th Street due to ongoing vandalism and graffiti to the subject artwork. The on-site artwork was installed to fulfill the public art requirement for the 100% affordable housing project that was approved by the Planning Commission in 2013, through Motion 18783 (Planning Department Record 2011.1043X) Planning Code Section 429 was recently amended through Ordinance No. 003-24 to authorize the Zoning Administrator to approve the removal, relocation, or alteration of artwork previously installed pursuant to Section 429 for 100% affordable housing projects. Planning Code Section 429.4 requires the subject property to provide on-site public art of a value at least equivalent to the Public Art Fee. The proposal would remove the on-site artwork. Therefore, the project requires a duly noticed public hearing where the Zoning Administrator may approve, conditionally approve, or deny the removal, relocation, or alteration of the artwork.

It is strongly recommended that persons submit their comments in writing in advance of the hearing. Written comments may be submitted via email directly to the case planner.

To view the official Variance Hearing Agenda which includes the link to the site plans and elevations of the proposed projects, please visit the website: https://sfplanning.org/hearings-zoning-variance. Persons who are unable to attend the scheduled hearing may submit written comments regarding these cases to the individuals listed for each case above via email or at the Planning Department, 49 South Van Ness Avenue, Suite 1400, San Francisco, CA 94103.

Corey A. Teague
Zoning Administrator
Planning Department
49 South Van Ness Avenue, Suite 1400
San Francisco, CA 94103

03/06/2024